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The history behind Washington’s beloved cherry blossoms
Washington's beloved cherry trees have reached peak bloom season. The history behind our Capital's cherry blossoms is just as intriguing as their beauty.
April 6, 2018
Business
As EAB spreads, educate your clients on the preventative measures they can take
Because of the fatal nature of an emerald ash borer infestation, there aren’t many options for homeowners who have ash trees, but here is what you CAN do.
June 27, 2017
Business
Don’t forget to check plant hardiness zones, warming has led to changes
Some are beginning to fear that hardiness zones are a moving target as the boundaries have been shifting in certain locations. Details on Total Landscape Care!
June 23, 2017
Business
SustĂĄne Natural Fertilizer offers products for organic lawn care
Suståne Natural Fertilizer’s new Sustainable Lawn Building Program can help your company provide easier organic lawn care for customers. Get more info here!
April 14, 2017
Business
Be mindful of invasive species, how to prevent the spread
April is Invasive Plant, Pest and Disease Awareness Month and it is important to educate your clients on how to prevent the spread of invasive species.
April 13, 2017
Business
Researchers to determine which landscape plants boost pollinators
Researchers focused on pollinator protection in ornamental horticulture have been awarded more than $2.8 million from the USDA. Click to read the full details.
August 16, 2016
Business
Florida researchers battle rose rosette disease
The University of Florida Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has been working to find a way to prevent or treat rose rosette disease, which currently has no cure.
February 17, 2016
Business
How to: Boost bees in clients’ gardens, landscapes
Dogged by pests, pathogens, poor nutrition and other problems, the European honey bee is having a rough time these days. The bee pollinates more than 90 different kinds of fruit, vegetable and nut crops. These same crops are also pollinated by native bees, particularly on smaller or diversified farms and especially in home gardens. Together, […]
September 9, 2015
Business
Landscapers have front-row seat as ethanol fight rages on
Landscaping companies may not have a direct stake in the fight over the ethanol content in gasoline, but equipment manufacturers are right in the middle of it.
June 11, 2015
Business
Researchers use satellite data to map seasonal green-up
The U.S. Forest Service can now mark the beginning of seasonal greening thanks to ForWarn, a satellite-based assessment tool that tracks changes in vegetation. Developed by a team of university and federal partners, ForWarn provides change maps for the continental United States that are updated every 8 days, and show the effects of wildfires, insects, […]
April 6, 2015
Business
Green Spear’s Moss Melt Herbicide receives EPA registration
Green Spear’s Moss Melt Concentrate, Moss and Algae Herbicide recently received Environmental Protection Agency registration for use on roofs, lawns, turf, and outdoor surfaces and structures.
December 18, 2014
Business
Land-Grant University Pesticide Safety Education Program Celebrates 50 Years
Scientists from the Weed Science Society of America have joined with the American Phytopathological Society, as well as the Entomological Society of America to recognize the 50-year anniversary of the national Land-Grant University Pesticide Safety Education Program.
September 23, 2014
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